There is a blanket of snow covering the streets and I have already shoveled over 10 times. I think it is safe to say that it is starting to feel like Christmas is just around the corner even though it is early November. To help get you in the Christmas spirit, I am sharing with…
Havasupai, located in Arizona, is considered the secret Hawaii of the desert. A beautiful Oasis, Havasupai has gained popularity over the last few years and for good reason. The backcountry hike boasts an abundance of tumbling waterfalls and rich blue water pools. It is not easy though to access the hike because of the limited…
Fall is one of my favourite times of the year. The sun is still shining bright and the warmth is intensified by leaves that are changing to red, orange and yellow. It is also the time when the popular sport “Larch hunting” occurs in the Canadian Rockies. Seeking out Larch trees in the fall is…
For us, back country camping with kids was the perfect description of type 2 fun. Type 2 fun is when an activity is extremely challenging and hard, but you also have some beautiful rewards as well.
It is not always easy to find waterfalls on hikes without hiking a great distance. Cat Falls, similar to Troll Falls, is a beautiful destination without too much effort making it the perfect hike for families. The views, bridges and waterfall make this a hike that everyone will enjoy.
Nestled in the state of #Wydaho, Grand Targhee Resort is a base camp for adventurers of all abilities near the Grand Tetons. While the state of Wydaho does not actually exist, locals created the term to describe the epic playground in Wyoming that is only accessible from the state of Idaho.
Warspite Lake follows the Black Prince Cirque trail to a pristine lake with a stunning backdrop of towering mountains. The climb is challenging for kids but the memorable views make the grind worth the effort. It is the perfect hike for families that want a challenge and have already tackled hikes like Ptarmigan Cirque. For…
Calgary is such an amazing city. It boasts some serious adventure within an hour or to drive in the surrounding Mountains. But, there are lots of great adventures to have within Calgary as well. There are beautiful city hikes, epic mountain biking and stand up paddle boarding all within the city. Many of these activities…
When the weather starts to warm up and spring is in the air, I also am reminded that my two kids will be having their birthdays. Our family does not give presents during the year but we love giving presents at birthdays. We try to be really thoughtful about the gift so that they will…
The first time I really saw my husband interact with kids was shortly after we got married. He was helping a little girl with a disability learn to walk. He was so unbelievably patient and kind. I knew then that he would for sure be a great dad. So… in honour of this great dad,…
